TODAY has achieved parity with the Straits Times

TODAY has achieved parity with the Straits Times "When it is not necessary to make a decision, it is necessary not to make a decision." - Lord Falkland *** PA to be applauded for sticking to its policy Letter from Yee Jun Xian I COMMEND the People's Association for assiduously ensuring that the grassroots organisations will continue to work closely with the Government. When I first saw the angry retorts to the PA's explanation on why Opposition Members of Parliament cannot be grassroots advisers, I was bemused and a little disturbed. Now, I applaud the PA for sticking with its policy despite the public pressure. It has to carry out the important task of connecting people with the Government, a process that cannot be compromised by having Opposition MPs as advisers. Writers write. Teachers teach. Opposition MPs oppose. The logic is simple and irrefutable. Opposition MPs are...